Frontend Lead

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

We are looking for a Frontend Engineering Lead to drive the development of high-performance, scalable, and visually engaging mobile applications. In this role, you will own the front-end architecture, lead a team of engineers, and ensure technical excellence in delivering seamless cross-platform experiences on iOS and Android . You will collaborate closely with design, product, and backend teams to create intuitive, engaging, and user-friendly AI-driven chronic care solutions .

Requirements

• Define and implement the frontend architecture , best practices, and development roadmap for mobile applications.
• Lead the development of scalable and high-performance React Native apps for iOS and Android.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, performance optimizations, and maintainability guidelines .
• Stay updated with emerging frontend technologies , evaluating and integrating new tools as needed.

• Architect and develop key frontend features , ensuring smooth integration with backend services.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to transform wireframes into pixel-perfect, highly responsive interfaces.
• Optimize app performance, ensuring fast loading times, smooth animations, and responsive UI interactions .
• Drive CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring.

• Lead and mentor a team of frontend engineers, conducting code reviews and technical training .
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence .
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to align technical execution with business goals.

• Implement robust testing strategies , including unit tests, UI tests, and performance monitoring.
• Debug and resolve issues, ensuring stability and reliability of mobile applications.
• Optimize apps for various devices, screen sizes, and network conditions .

• 6+ years of frontend development experience, with 3+ years in React Native .
• Strong expertise in iOS (Xcode) and Android (Android Studio) development .
• Proficiency in Gradle, RESTful APIs, and third-party integrations .
• Solid understanding of mobile app performance optimization, memory management, and UI rendering .
• Experience with version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines .
• Strong grasp of UI/UX principles to create visually appealing and user-friendly applications.
• Hands-on experience with state management libraries (Redux, MobX, or Context API).
• Experience with publishing and managing apps on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
• Familiarity with performance monitoring tools like Firebase Performance or Flipper.
• Exposure to automated testing frameworks for React Native (Jest, Detox, Appium).
• Understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, CI/CD).
• Knowledge of GraphQL, WebSockets, and offline-first architecture for enhanced app experiences.